A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. The Ridgeland list below starts with companies that show dishwasher work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving Ridgeland, MS
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ridgeland. 2 of them are based in Ridgeland itself, and the rest are spread across Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. The closest is Appliances Specialists., about 0.3 miles away.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.8, 2.2 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Ridgeland list: Mr. Appliance of Madison (2.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (2.8 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Timber Appliance Repair Professionals (2.9 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Ridgeland Dishwasher Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not cleaning dishes or dishwasher not drying dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
Keep the drain hose free of kinks, twists and pinches, and follow local plumbing codes for the drain connection. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repair Costs in Ridgeland
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for Ridgeland
Most dishwasher calls in Ridgeland come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Ridgeland Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ridgeland, MS
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Should I repair or replace my dishwasher?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in Ridgeland
Dishwasher Repair Near Ridgeland
Write down the model and serial number from the label on the edge of the dishwasher door or tub opening, and note any error code or blinking lights. It saves a Ridgeland technician a trip for parts.